Meaning & use
demurrer
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A formal legal objection asserting that even if the opposing party's facts are true, they do not justify a legal claim or defense.
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The defense attorney filed a demurrer, arguing the complaint failed to state a valid claim.
The judge overruled the demurrer and allowed the case to proceed.
A note on using this word
A specialized legal term; rarely encountered outside of courtroom or legal-document contexts.
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